Ellis vs Baylor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellis

Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#273
Total SSA Count
1,250
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ellis Rank #273
Baylor Rank #366

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #366 for Baylor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellis or Baylor more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Baylor at #366 in the United States.

What do Ellis and Baylor mean?

Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin). Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin).

Are Ellis and Baylor boy or girl names?

Ellis is primarily a boy name. Baylor is primarily a boy name.

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